Blood Song

Decent traditional fantasy. Great friendship/brotherhood writing. The magic school scenes at the beginning of the book are the most convincing. Sags a bit in the middle, but the last couple arcs are very satisfying, and the ending is well worth the read. Don't know if I'll read the sequels, as I've heard mixed things.

Characters are overall good, really liked Lyrna and Frentis. It's a good solid book, didn't really have the wow factor for me but entertaining throughout. 3.5 rounded up to 4.